Why is the MRC Needed?

The MRC was created to help recruit, organize and coordinate volunteer resources in times of emergencies.

Lessons learned from September 11, 2001 and other disasters have identified the following:

Medical professionals may be overcommitted and unable to respond

Citizens are a great resource when trained and organized

Initial response to disaster is a local response

Recruit and credential volunteers prior to crisis

Job descriptions and training must be developed prior to events

To learn more about the Medical Reserve Corps visit the national MRC web siteor reference the FAQ's below.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

BE AN AMBASSDOR FOR PUBLIC HEALTH IN YOUR COMMUNITY

We also need physicians and other health professionals.

WHY? Serve your community, training

WHEN? FLEX HOURS, training provided

WHO? Opportunities for everyone --seniors, students, empty nesters, anyone who has free time and a desire to serve

WHAT? Opportunities for everyone- if you have a good attitude, friendly personality, caring nature, we have something for you- we need receptionists, greeters, file clerks, keyboards or typists, appointment scheduling, assistance at health fairs, public speakers, assistance with distribution of educational materials.